Tokyo Sumo Morning Practice: Witness the Life of a Wrestler
Experience authentic sumo with our exclusive Tokyo Morning Practice Tour. This isn't a show, but a rare chance to witness the raw dedication of sumo wrestlers at one of Tokyo's strongest stables, often overseen by a former Yokozuna. You'll see their intense morning practice up close, feeling the powerful clashes and vibrant atmosphere. Our knowledgeable guide provides real-time explanations through your personal earphone, ensuring you understand every nuance without disturbing the sacred training. Delve into the heart of sumo's rich history and tradition on this unforgettable journey .(Children are welcome inside, but if they cannot remain quiet, we kindly ask that you wait outside.)
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What's included in Tokyo Sumo Morning Practice: Witness the Life of a Wrestler
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Tokyo Prefecture
*Please note： The location and time of the morning sumo practice may vary depending on the tour date. After making a reservation, we will provide you with specific details regarding the meeting point and time. After meeting up with your guide, you will listen to the explanation about sumo and then, head to the stable.
Tokyo
Enter Sumo stable. Watch quietly and respectfully as the sumo wrestlers go through their daily routine. You are sure to be in awe as you see them going through their rigorous training, and you will gain a newfound insight into this ancient art.
Inclusions
- Real time explanation from your guide through earbuds(exclusive to this tour)
- Picture with the sumo wrestler
- Sumo stable entrance and watch the practice closely
- Local, professional and knowledgeable guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The location and time of the morning sumo practice may vary depending on the tour date. After making a reservation, specific details regarding the meeting point and time will be sent to you. If you don't receive any message from us, Japan Wonder Travel, please contact us.
- Please use the restroom before arriving at the meeting point.
- Eating is not allowed（**guests are allowed to drink water and sports drinks inside the stable )
- You can NOT leave the sumo stable in the middle of the practice, and try to stay and watch the practice until the very end.
- If you are not feeling well, please refrain from joining the tour.
- Minimum age is 10 years old (Kids 11 and under cannot enter the stable)
- Cellphones must be on silent
- Once you leave the sumo stable, you cannot re-enter.
- Photos are OK but only without the flash or shutter sounds(Videos are not allowed)
- Please do not stretch your legs toward the ring. It is considered impolite to show the soles of feet to the wrestlers. Please watch the practice silently and respectfully
- Please be very careful not to interfere with the sumo wrestlers concentration.
- The practice/tour may be a bit shorter or longer than expected depending on the content of the practice
- Depending on the day, the morning practice schedule may vary, and therefore the duration of the tour may be slightly affected by this, especially when there is a Grand Tournament coming up. Please be aware that the practice may end earlier than usual, meaning the tour will be shorter than mentioned.
- Some sumo stables may not have chairs. You may have to sit on the floor. Please note in advance.
- Please be aware that we will not be able to compensate you or refund you if you don't make it to the meeting place, or arrive late, without having checked your messages from us.
- While the Stable is in fact the one where the Yokozuna trains, it is not known until the morning of the experience whether or not he will actually be there. Please be warned in advance.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please meetup at @ infront of the stable.
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Ticket Redemption
Please meetup at 9:45 AM @ Sumiyoshi Station(Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line/Toei Shinjuku Line) B2 Exit (ground floor) *Near Lawson Koto Sumiyoshi 2-chome store. *Please don't ask the Lawson convenience store clerks about the sumo stable or tour. Please make sure to be there on time! *Your guide will have a green sign board saying "Japan Wonder Travel" *Please read carefully "Additional Info" on booking page before joining the tour.
